Johnny James

For many, WIRE are the definitive post-punk band. On the cusp of releasing new album Mind Hive, now is as good a time as ever to catch them live.

Leading lights of Mancunian psych-pop, Whyte Horses are performing a special hometown show at RNCM this January.

One of the world’s great live acts, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds are returning to Manchester next year in support of their extraordinary album, Ghosteen.

Veteran of the mighty Bellowhead, Sam Sweeney is carving out a remarkable solo career as a world-class fiddler. Don’t miss him at The Stoller Hall.

This event has been cancelled due to the ongoing situation with Covid-19

One of the most prominent figures in the English folk revival, Eliza Carthy is bringing her brilliant solo album Restitute to The Stoller Hall this April.

Manchester Collective’s boundary-smashing season continues with Ecstatic Dances – a show that sees ancient music brought to life for 21st-century ears.

Featuring Mall Grab, Special Request and Lone, this off-season event by The Warehouse Project is getting us excited.

Featuring Maceo Plex, Helena Hauff and Joy Orbison, The Warehouse Project’s New Year’s Day party is set to be a scorcher.

This Valentine’s Day, indie-folk heroes Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly. will be marking the People’s History Museum’s 10th anniversary with a special live set.

Aptly named Dawn Chorus, Jacques Greene’s latest album signifies a new chapter in the French-Canadian producer’s musical journey. Be a part of it at YES.

North London alt-pop band Gengahr’s latest tunes suggest a very good album to come. Two weeks before it drops, catch them at Band on the Wall.